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CompTIA N10-009 Exam - Topic 2 Question 24 Discussion

Actual exam question for CompTIA's N10-009 exam
Question #: 24
Topic #: 2
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A company wants to implement data loss prevention by restricting user access to social media platforms and personal cloud storage on workstations. Which of the following types of filtering should the company deploy to achieve these goals?

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by Shonda at Apr 29, 2025, 11:33 PM

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Sheridan
2 months ago
Port filtering won't cut it for social media.
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Pansy
2 months ago
Wait, can DNS filtering not work for this?
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Sommer
3 months ago
Totally agree, it targets specific sites!
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Veta
3 months ago
MAC filtering seems too restrictive for this situation.
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Alaine
3 months ago
I think Content filtering is the way to go.
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Cecil
3 months ago
I could be wrong, but I think port filtering is more about controlling traffic rather than blocking specific sites like social media.
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Lavonda
4 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I feel like MAC filtering is more about device access rather than web content.
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Ming
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about DNS filtering being used to restrict access to certain domains.
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Mireya
4 months ago
I think content filtering might be the right choice here since it can block specific websites and types of content.
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Caprice
4 months ago
I feel pretty confident that the answer is Content filtering. That's the option that seems most tailored to the specific goal of restricting access to certain web-based applications and services. The other choices don't seem as directly relevant to this use case.
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Julie
4 months ago
Okay, let me see here. The company wants to restrict access to social media and cloud storage, so I'm thinking it's probably not just a simple port or MAC filter. I'm leaning towards DNS filtering, as that would allow them to block access at the domain level.
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Jess
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I'm debating between Content and DNS filtering, as both could potentially be used to block access to those types of websites. I'll have to think it through carefully.
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Adelaide
5 months ago
This seems like a straightforward question about network filtering. I think the answer is Content filtering, as that would allow the company to restrict access to specific web content like social media and cloud storage.
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Shantay
8 months ago
That's true, DNS filtering could also be a good option depending on the company's specific needs.
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Lyda
8 months ago
But wouldn't DNS filtering also work for blocking access to specific websites?
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Hester
9 months ago
I agree with Shantay, Content filtering would be the best option to restrict access.
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Cheryl
9 months ago
D) Content filtering is the way to go. Anything else would be like trying to plug a hole in a dam with a toothpick. Gotta go big or go home when it comes to data loss prevention.
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Ruth
9 months ago
Content filtering is the only logical choice here. Unless the company wants to get creative and block access to the internet entirely. Now that would be a fun office environment!
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Laquita
8 months ago
In that case, the company can create exceptions for work-related sites.
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Karan
8 months ago
But what if employees need to access certain websites for work?
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Royce
9 months ago
Agreed, it's the most effective way to restrict access.
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Selene
9 months ago
Content filtering is definitely the way to go.
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Lashon
9 months ago
D) Content filtering is the correct answer. Anything else would just be a half-measure. You gotta go straight for the jugular to really lock down those data leaks.
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Dalene
8 months ago
User 3: Definitely, we need to be strict to protect sensitive information.
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Tonja
8 months ago
User 2: Agreed, it's the most effective way to prevent data leaks.
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Shalon
8 months ago
User 1: Content filtering is the way to go for sure.
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Shantay
10 months ago
I think the company should deploy Content filtering.
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Glenn
10 months ago
I think Content filtering is the way to go. Blocking the actual content would be the most effective way to prevent data loss through social media and cloud storage.
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Charlesetta
9 months ago
C: DNS filtering might help with blocking access to certain websites, but it wouldn't be as comprehensive as content filtering.
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Ricarda
9 months ago
B: Port filtering wouldn't be as effective since it focuses on network ports rather than the actual content being accessed.
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Goldie
10 months ago
A: I agree, content filtering would definitely be the most effective way to restrict access to social media and personal cloud storage.
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